Le Truc Vert (Cap-Ferret)
Beach break · Gironde · Beginner → Advanced
Truc Vert surf today
Forecast for Friday 16 October
Intermediate : Too big for your level. Don't mess with that.
Today's score by level (at the day's best, out of 100)
- Beginner —
- Intermediate —
- Advanced 68
- Waves 2.1 m · 13 s period
- Wind NW 7 km/h (gusts 22 km/h)
- Tides: ▽ 02:00 · ▲ 08:00 · ▽ 14:00 · ▲ 20:00
About this spot
Quiet Cap-Ferret beach that gets overcrowded in summer. Some good sandbars — watch the currents. Best explored in spring and autumn for uncrowded sessions.
Spot photos
Truc Vert in detail
Swell season for your level
- Beginner: April → September
- Intermediate: August → June
- Advanced: September → April
Based on 5 years of offshore swell. The wind, often decisive on summer afternoons, is not in it: check the forecast
Beginner → Advanced
Good level required. You can stand, paddle and read a peak. When it fires, better know what you're doing.
Access & landmarks
Easy beach access, parking usually nearby. Ask locally about seasonal currents.
Safety
Wear an appropriate wetsuit. Scout the currents before you paddle out. Respect the locals and right-of-way. Check weather and tides.
Frequently asked about Truc Vert
Is Truc Vert suitable for beginners?
Truc Vert is rather recommended for intermediate surfers. If you're a beginner, prefer a surf school, a small swell and a suitable tide, or look for a more sheltered nearby spot.
What wind is ideal for Truc Vert?
The ideal wind at Truc Vert comes broadly from East: it's offshore, which helps shape and hold the waves. A strong onshore wind generally degrades conditions.
What surf spots are near Truc Vert?
Around Truc Vert, you can also check conditions at Cap Ferret, Grand-Crohot, Petit Nice. Compare the scores, wind and swell direction before choosing where to surf.